After an extensive search process, County Manager Mark Schwartz has appointed David Povlitz as Arlington County Fire Chief, effective November 5, 2018.

Chief Povlitz has more than 24 years of experience in fire, rescue and emergency medical services. During a 22-year career with Anne Arundel County Fire Department in Maryland, Chief Povlitz advanced through the ranks, starting as a firefighter/emergency medical technician, and retiring as a division chief. He then moved to Alexandria Fire Department where he currently serves as an assistant chief, focusing on administration and process management.